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2.00 Credits
Students study the compilation and interpretation of health care statistics for clinical indices and databases/registries. Students collect, organize, and present data using common data software applications to design and generate reports for patient care and related studies. Clinical data will be analyzed to identify trends that demonstrate quality, safety, and effectiveness in health care. Students use the AHIMA virtual lab to apply the information from lecture to hands-on assignments. Prerequisite: Completion of HIT 1600.
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2.00 Credits
Students develop a working knowledge of the health care data and statistics necessary to address quality of care and performance improvement. Students analyze data to identify trends in the facilities that represent quality, safe, and effective patient care. Students use the analyzed data to report quality measures and initiatives that apply to the federal, state, and local regulations in the health care industry. Prerequisite: Completion of MEDC 1700.
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3.00 Credits
Students build on the foundations of health data management and the uses for the data collection and management within the health care industry. Students apply the principles of health information management to the practical situations and case studies in class. Students use and evaluate the various software applications found within the industry. Using the technology and the primary knowledge of health information management, the students analyze patient records and perform audits of patient charts and correlate the information found in the audits to quality measurements. Prerequisites: Completion of HIT 1510 and HIT 2500.
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3.00 Credits
Students explore the basic theories and concepts of management in the healthcare environment. Students study the functions, skills, roles, and challenges in managing health information service areas in healthcare. Students gain a fundamental understanding of strategic and operational planning, workflow, project management, financial management, human resources management and vendor/contract management. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in HIT 1600.
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3.00 Credits
Students gain a solid background in clinical documentation improvement (CDI) and daily processes preparing them for employment in healthcare facilities. The course addresses specialized skills and knowledge in alignment with the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) core competency groups, critical to achieving the CDI certification and future success in the profession. Expertise in CDI principles ensures correct assignment of ICD-CM/PCS and CPT codes, DRGs, compliant claims and improved reimbursement for facilities. The course is designed for professionals who hold an associate degree or higher in Health Information Management (HIM) and/or a CCSr, CCS-Pr, RHITr or a RHIAr credential from AHIMA. Current students are also eligible to take this course with instructor approval during their last semester in the program.
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2.00 Credits
Students gain real-world experience in health care settings. The guidelines of this course are set in the Professional Practice Experience (PPE) handbook published by the American Health Information Management Association. Students are placed in different health care settings to help them achieve the experience and competencies set forth in the handbook while utilizing management and leadership skills. Placements vary and could include a hybrid PPE, meaning a real-world placement with an online experience with a virtual lab. Students complete the PPE in a health information management setting. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in HIT 2600.
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3.00 Credits
Students recognize a variety of personal health issues including the impact of family history on health. Students identify health risks and describe behaviors that improve overall health and well-being. Students analyze how physical activity and exercise minimize the effects of stress on one's health and apply this to their personal lives.
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2.00 Credits
The student develops skills and gains knowledge of the various techniques for prevention, examination, and treatment of injuries for victims in emergency situations before medical assistance is available. Current first aid material is presented along with CPR. (theory)
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1.00 Credits
Students identify and examine National and State Health Standards and Benchmarks, assessment procedures, health curriculum models/approaches for K-6, and health education lesson plans. Students also explore methodologies to integrate health education into the language arts curriculum. Finally, students discuss current health-related issues facing the elementary-age student, families, and the elementary classroom teacher. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 0810 or equivalent placement test score.
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2.00 Credits
In Survival Skills for Health Sciences, students develop study skills and an understanding of high-stake test taking processes. Students gain skill in time management, stress management, and professional communication that are necessary for survival in the time-intensive Health Sciences programs.
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